School News
News & Announcements
Fuel Your Body. Feed Your Mind.
Join Downey Unified in celebrating National Nutrition Month & School Breakfast Week. See how nutritious school meals power student success!
Open House | March 12, 2026
Mark your calendar! Open House is coming up. Date: March 12, 2026 5:00 Campus Tour Check-in for Prospective Families 6:00 - 7:00 pm Open House Experience campus life in action! Our Open House is a highly interactive evening designed for families to explore, engage,...
Unlocking Creative Opportunities with CTE Pathways in Arts, Media, and Entertainment
Explore Downey Unified’s CTE pathways in arts, media & entertainment—hands-on skills for creative careers in film, design, dance & more!
Is JROTC a Good Fit for Your Student?
High schoolers can build leadership and character skills through JROTC without enlisting—it’s open to all, not just those interested in the military.
IB Information Night Presentation
IB Information Night was a huge success. If you weren’t able to attend or would like to revisit the information, the full presentation is now available.
Future Pioneers Night Slideshow Available
If you were unable to attend Future Pioneer Night, the presentation is available here.
Preparing Students for Their Future Through Career Technical Education
Career Technical Education integrates rigorous academics with real-world skills. In CTE courses, students explore careers, gain practical experience, and build the foundations they need for lifelong success.
Sussman Officially Designated as IB World School
We’d like to congratulate Sussman Middle School for officially receiving the IB World School designation.
TLC 5K Race is Feb 28. Register Today!
Join us on for a great cause! Details are now available and registration is still open.
International Baccalaureate Info Night | January 29th 6pm
We invite all 2026–2027 incoming 6th graders to learn about the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) at Sussman Middle School.